Please welcome Heather Thurmeier the author of ‘Falling for You’ to HJ
Heather, would you please introduce yourself for the readers here…
Thank you so much for having me on your blog today! I’m not sure what to tell you about myself. I love reality TV and strawberry lime margaritas, but I do not love spiders. I was born and raised on the Canadian prairies (read: flat) but now I live in the States with my hubby and 2 awesome girls. Indy is my adventurous dog who lives up to his namesake, Indiana Jones. I write mostly contemporary romance though I may dabble a little into the paranormal romance someday soon. My books are lighthearted and funny, or at least I think they’re funny. And I promise to always leave you with a happily ever after.
What was the first romance novel you read that made an impression on you?
I don’t remember the title, but I know the first romance I ever read was a Harlequin. They were always lying around the house from my mum and sisters reading them. The first romance that really made a big impact on my life was The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks. I love every aspect of that book: the romance, the conflict, the characters, and even the ending, which I didn’t see coming!
Your favorite reality TV show?
I have a few favorites: The Amazing Race, Survivor, Bachelor Pad, The Bachelor/bachelorette and Top Chef.
If you were stranded on an Island….
I would scream for help until I passed out. Then I would pray that Jeff Probst, host of Survivor, would show up to tell me who my tribe was because as much as I would hate to be on that show (I hate bugs!!) I would be thrilled to have production people nearby!
Let’s talk about your new release ‘Falling for You’
If you had to sum up ‘Falling for You’ what would you say?
I’d say that Falling for You is about a girl who puts herself in an uncomfortable situation in the hopes that she will find love. And she does, but not at all where she expected.
What sparked the idea for your novel ‘Falling for You?’
I think I had been watching a season of Bachelor/Bachelorette –though I can’t remember whose season it was — and I started wondering why these people went on the show to begin with. Was it really to find love? Did they really have no other options in their regular life to find love? Or where they there for some other reason? And that got me to thinking that what if a girl was there to find love but didn’t find it with the bachelor… What if she found it with a member of the crew instead? What would happen? And the idea just snowballed from there.
Words that best describe Cassidy & Evan?
Cassidy: Beautiful, clumsy, and charismatic.
Evan: Hunky, outdoorsy, and loyal.
As a couple: Sensual, loving, and complete.
If you had to pick your favorite scene in the book…
There are a lot of scenes in the book that I just love, but one of my favorites is the hot tub scene where all the girls are hanging out after a long of filming. There’s great tension and drama between Cassidy and Zoe. We get a little hint into Zoe’s devious nature and a peek at Cassidy’s feelings for Evan as they develop. So many great things to love about that scene including the very ending of it with Cassidy and Evan alone in her room…
Who would play your Cassidy & Evan in the movie version of your book? And why?
I think Evangeline Lily would make a great Cassidy and I love her acting. She was amazing in LOST.
As for Evan, hmmm… might have to consult my hero hotness board on pinterest… hold just one second…
Okay, I’m back. Whew. Is it hot in here? *ahem* After much deliberation, I’ve narrowed Evan’s role down to Channing Tatum, Josh Holloway, or Mark Deklin. I don’t even know who that last one is but I’m pretty sure he’d fit the part of Evan just fine. Yup.
Do you have any other upcoming releases?
Yes, the sequel to Falling for You is coming Feb 2013. Stuck on You is Paige’s story and it takes place on another reality TV show. Although this one isn’t a dating show, there is lots of on and off camera romance between contestants.
Thank you so much for having me today, Sara! Now I have a question for readers:
If you had to pick one reality TV show to go on (even if you hate reality TV!) what show would you pick and why?
Heather Thurmeier
Giveaway: One lucky Winner will win a copy of “Falling for You’ plus $5 GC
For your chance to win, please complete the Rafflecopter form below and answer this: If you had to pick one reality TV show to go on (even if you hate reality TV!) what show would you pick and why?
Would you please share an excerpt from the book
“Stay still, Corona,” she pleaded, patting the horse on the shoulder. She swung her leg over the horse, determined to successfully complete one dismount before the challenge ended.
Her arms shook as she lowered herself carefully from the saddle, finally giving up their fight part way down. Gravity took her the last few feet and she hit the ground with both feet, stumbling backward a step before bumping into something solid.
“How, Cassidy? How do you always end up in my arms?” Evan’s voice rumbled in her ear, his warm breath on her earlobe making her girly bits tingle.
She found her footing and turned in his arms. She could see the dust and dirt clinging to his five o’clock shadow, his brow beaded with sweat. He desperately needed a shower and there was nothing she could have fantasized about more than being in one with him. Instead, she pushed herself back from him and swallowed her urge to climb him like a jungle gym.
“What can I say? I guess I just keep falling for you,” she said, before her brain caught up to her mouth and she was able to censor herself.
Author Info:
“Heather Thurmeier’s hunky heroes and feisty heroines will have you laughing out loud, falling in love … and coming back for more!” ~ Carly Phillips, NY Times Bestselling Author
“Heather Thurmeier writes sweet, funny romances that capture your heart!” –NYT and USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Probst Love and Lattes, Love on Landing, Love or Luxury, Bunny Hills and Bikinis, Falling for You ~ Available now!
Stuck on You, Lost without You ~ Coming Soon!
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Hi Heather, your book sounds great and I love the cover. The cover is awesome.
I do love watching reality tv shows. My favorites are mostly singing contests, like American Idol, The X-Faxtor and The Voice. But Amazing race is one of my favorite reality show also.
Thanks for the contest
Thank, Amel! I love this cover too. I was so happy to see what the art department had made for this book!
I would love a copy of FALLING FOR YOU thank you. It looks wonderful.
I’ve always fancied my chances on The Amazing Race. I’d team up with my sister. It would be fun, if nothing else.
I think the Amazing Race would be so fun to run! I love watching all the interesting places they visit.
I really don’t watch the telly and am definitely not a fan of reality television, but if I were to go on a programme, it’d definitely be The Amazing Race. Scavenger hunt + travelling ’round the world? Sign me up!
My alternative would be MTV UK’s “Geordie Shore”… for about 5 seconds
Hi Chris! That’s why I’d love The Amazing Race too! I’d love to travel and competing in all kinds of crazy tasks would be so fun!!
I think I’d pick Storage Wars. I love seeing what they unearth!
Hi Heather! Oh, Storage Wars is one I haven’t watched before. I’ll have to check it out!
Your new sounds great;) I have always wanted to be on one of the cooking shows, like cupcake wars:)
I haven’t seen cupcake wars yet, but every time a commercial for it comes on, my kids tell me how much they want to watch it! LOL. I think they just want to eat the cupcakes.
I haven’t seen much of reality tv lately, but I do love Hell’s Kitchen. Not that I would be any good, but I would be a great sabetageour.
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I used to watch Hell’s Kitchen, but he’s so mean!! I could never survive on his show.
I too love reality tv show and new books to read. Thanks for the chance to win Falling For You..
Hi Tina, Thanks for stopping by!
Your book sounds so exciting. I know it will do great. Congrats!
The reality show I would be on would probably be “Master Chief” or “Chopped”. Love those cooking shows.
Thanks for the contest!
I love those cooking shows too! I always laugh when I see what ingredients they’re supposed to work with. I would never know what to cook! But they always come up with something that looks awesome!
The real housewives
Hi Amber, I’ve watched a few different seasons of real Housewives, but the only ones I like even a little bit are the NYC ladies. But that’s one reality show that I can only take in very tiny doses.
Hi Heather!
I LOVED The Notebook, too. And I think I can grow to love strawberry lime margarita’s too….will have to give them a try. Your new book sounds great. Can’t wait to read it!
We’ll have to have strawberry lime margaritas next time we’re at a conference together! Thanks for coming by, Wendy. I hope you enjoy Falling for You!
So I don’t watch much tv but I guess I would have to say I would go on American Pickers (that counts as reality tv right) thanks Carin
I think it counts! I’ve never watched but I’ll check it out.
I love watching American Idol
I used to love American Idol, but I think I’m bored of it now.
I would love a copy of FALLING FOR YOU thank you. It looks wonderful.
and even thou i’d have a hope in hell i’d probably want to be on americas next top model JUSt to say i was on the show
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Hi Laurie! I’m not so sure I’d like to be on ANTM but it is a fun show to watch!
Congrats, Heather!
Sounds like a fun book.
Thank you Kimberley!
it would have to be a reality show that dealt with cooking. i strongly dislike all those reality shows. thank you for the giveaway.
I like to watch cooking shows, but I don’t think I could ever be on one. I’m really not too great with my stove/oven.
I love watching So You Think You Can Dance.. it was the only reality show I always waiting for
I think I watched the first few seasons of that and really enjoyed it. I’m not sure why I stopped watching. Those dancers are so amazing!
Love Bachelor/bachelorette and Bachelor Pad, too. I always say I am not going to watch; then, maybe just the first episode to see who all is there—and then I am hooked. So your book sounds like my cup of tea.
Yay!! Finally someone else who shares my love for Bachelor/ette/pad!!! I’m not alone! I always say I’m going to skip the new season, then watch first show and boom, hooked! Glad I’m not the only one who falls into that trap.
The Amazing Race. I would love to see all the different countries.
Hi Heather, if Clint Eastwood is on a reality show, that’s the one for me. Fun blog. I always get a kick out your writing, my friend.
Hi Charmaine! Clint Eastwood on a reality show would be so awesome!
I’d probably choose House Hunters on HGTV. I hate reality competitions, but I could definitely go for picking houses!
Picking houses would be a dream! I’d love that show, especially if I didn’t have to pay for the house once I picked it!
Love it! Hmmm for me I think it would probably be Hoarders since my cousin and I love to watch it or My Big Redneck Vacation because I love that show.
Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
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It would be the Amazing Race although I don’t like being in front of the camera.
I would pick Little Honey Boo Boo. I think I would feel at home. LOL.
I keep hearing about this show! I’m going to have to figure out what it is because I haven’t a clue.
I’d go on the Amazing Race. I’d hate the challenges, but the travel and working with a partner would be fun.
Loved The Notebook, Heather! I have FFY on my TBR pile – can’t wait to read it. PS: Love the Amazing Race…would love to go on, if I could just find someone to go with me!
We seem more alike every time I chat with you, Kristina! I hope you enjoy the book when it gets to the top of you TBR pile!
I don’t think I would qualify for any of the reality shows. But I would love to be on Dancing with the Stars. Is that the right name. I don’t watch many. You’re book sounds awesome.
Thank you Mary! I hope you’ll check it out!
I think my kids and I would fit in perfectly with Redneck Vacations. Although my daughter would want me to go on The Voice just to meet Blake Shelton.
I would love to read your book! It sounds so interesting and awesomesauce!
Umm.. I don’t really like reality TV buut I would say that I would like to be on the Amazing Race because I would love to be able to travel to different places and do fun new things! 
Thank you, Crystal! With word usage like awesomesauce, you’re my kind of reader! LOL.
I wouldn’t mind having one of the home shows maybe – come and redecorate my home. Of course they would have to do a “clean sweep” first, but then they can help me out LOL.
Falling for You sounds fantastic!
If I had to choose a reality show to go on, it would either be “The Biggest Loser” – because losing weight is always enticing 
… or Craft Wars. I’d love to get my craft on 
Thanks for an awesome giveaway!
Thank you, Marie! I’ve never heard of craft wars but it sounds like something I might like.
Hmmm. I love Dancing with the Stars and it is really the only reality show I watch. I would totally go on it but I don’t think I really qualify
Book looks fun, thanks for the giveaway!
The only reality show I watch and love is Survivor. That’s what I’d want to be on (not that I’d survive those bugs).
Its such a hard choice for me….maybe master chef only because I really like to cook when I have the time and I have a bit of a soft spot for Gordon.
I’m not sure if this counts but I would want to go on The Wheel of Fortune, I am good at solving puzzles and it seems like a fun way to win money. Your book looks amazing, Thanks for the chance to win!
Since I have a secret fantasy of being a rock star, I guess I’d say The Voice. Coincidentally, I also have a fantasy involving Adam Levine, so, yes, The Voice! ( ;
American Idol, although I never watch anymore because of the drama LOL I mean it used to be a great reality show with lots of talented people who became great singers.
Oh, and MasterChef! I love it but I don’t get to see it often
I mean who doesn’t like a show with lots of delicious food? 
The price is right. I have so much fun watching it that I think it would be awesome to get a chance to win something great from there, maybe a vacation or car. Although, I would probably freeze and forget my prices once I get there. lol
Well, I’d most like to go on a game show. I think I’d have a better chance of winning on Wheel of Fortune than on Jeopardy or Who Wants to Be a Millionare, even though I love trivia and am good at it.
I don’t watch the reality shows that you do, but I guess some I watch would be considered reality shows.
I can’t sing but if I could maybe I’d be on American Idol or another show featuring singers. I’d probably forget the lyrics. A dancing show would be good too, but it’d tire me out.
Craft Wars might be the best fit for me or maybe a cooking show, but I’m more of a baker. I love House Hunters but I don’t have the money for a house.
I really love watching ghost stories such as Paranormal Spirits, A Haunting, and School Spirits but I wouldn’t want my house to be haunted!
Thanks for the giveaway,
My favorite reality show is American Idol, X factor and master chef (unfortunately I’m terrible in the kitchen)
I would go on either The Voice because I love to sing (just not in front of others) or Chopped as I love to cook. I would be an anxiety-ridden mess either way! Thanks for the giveaway!!
masterchef…i want to be a chef ( if i can cook…but in the real life…i can’t cook …waht a pity ;p)
thx u for the chance of win…
THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by and entered my little giveaway. You’ve all made me feel so welcome and special. You guys rock! And a huge thank you to Sara for hosting me here for a spotlight!